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Introducing TSI – Tactical Simulations
Interactive

New independent video games studio formed by SSI alumni,
aiming to bring back the “Gold Box” RPG experience for
a new generation

August 8, 2014 - Los Angeles, USA /… Tactical Simulations Interactive (TSI), a new independent
video games studio with old school RPG sensibilities, has been
established by Strategic Simulations Inc. veterans Paul Murray and
David Shelley, and company President David Klein.

Drawing on their experience at SSI, the team at TSI aims to
provide the next step in meaningful player experiences in the same
way that SSI's ‘Gold Box’ titles did during the 1980s
and 1990s.

David Shelley takes on the role of Producer/Lead Designer, while
Paul Murray serves as Technical Designer at TSI. The team was
integral to the international success of Strategic Simulations
Inc.’s genre-defining RPGs, such as
Curse of the Azure Bonds,
Pool of Radiance, and
Wizard's Crown.

David Shelley, Producer/Lead Designer, TSI said:

“Tactical Simulations Interactive is a return to providing
the player full control of their party, with a focus on creating
immersive and unforgettable story experiences, exciting
exploration, meaningful social/political choices, and robust
tactical combat.”

The Gold Box series of
Advanced Dungeons & Dragons RPGs were produced by SSI
between 1988 and 1993 using the same game engine, provided a
quality game experience that was “true to tabletop” and
allowed players to create, customize and control a full party with
tactical combat. They earned the Gold Box moniker because of the
gold boxes that they came packaged in, with the series also acting
as a precursor to RPG classics like
Baldur's Gate, Icewind Dale, Planescape Torment and
Neverwinter Nights.

Tactical Simulations Interactive will reveal more details about
its debut title in the near future. To keep updated, visit:

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